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LinkedInJason Najum is a Senior Editor & Creative Producer at States of Mind with extensive experience in the psychedelic medicine space. He has held senior editorial roles at Psychedelics.com and Microdose Psychedelic Insights, and was a regular contributor to The Huffington Post. His work has also appeared in Seeking Alpha, National Geographic, and Lonely Planet.
Articles by Jason Najum
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
I Went to The Netherlands For A Legal Psychedelic Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor experiences legal psilocybin therapy — the first part in a…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
What Really Happens at a Men’s Retreat?
States of Mind speaks to a men's retreat founder for a glimpse into the emotional…
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Christian Snuffer
I Wasn't Sick, But I Wasn't Well: A Mental Health Story
States of Mind's senior editor shares his journey to overcome anxiety through mindfulness, microdosing, and…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Inside Europe’s First Residential Ketamine Therapy Retreat
A short flight from mainland Europe, people are traveling to Malta for retreat-style care and…
ADHD and Personal Growth: Coaches on Turning Traits into Triumphs
ADHD experts explore how coaching can help reframe work, relationships, and creativity.
Unmasking ADHD: Samantha Hiew on Late Diagnosis and the Layers We Don’t See
Dr. Samantha Hiew shares her ADHD journey and advocacy to empower neurodivergent women
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Elena Deliu
Moving Past Trauma: A Military Spouse Is Helping Veterans Heal
Psychedelics are helping veterans process trauma and reconnect. Integration coach Elaine Brewer says it's the…
The Psychedelic DJ: How Matt Xavier is Turning Music into Medicine
The story of a DJ using music to enhance psychedelic therapy and help patients heal.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
The Quiet and Crucial Work of Trip Sitting
An interview with expert guide Steve Elfrink on the transformative power of helping others heal.
The Future of Psychedelic Medicine in Europe: A Conversation With the Founder of PAREA
States Of Mind speaks with Tadeusz Hawrot about integrating psychedelic therapies into public health systems.
The Courage to Heal: A Conversation With Tom Feegel of Beond Ibogaine Treatment Center
“There’s usually a painful past, and sometimes we label that as trauma”.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
The God Molecule Heads to Phase 3 FDA Trials: Have Psychedelics Fully Arrived?
A once-fringe psychedelic 5-MeO-DMT is now advancing to trials for treatment-resistant depression.
Germany Becomes First European Country to Approve Compassionate Use of Psilocybin
Selected patients suffering from treatment-resistant depression may now receive psilocybin therapy.
U.S. Conservatives Embrace Psychedelics: What Does This Mean for Europe?
Some of the most vocal supporters of psychedelic therapy are emerging not from liberals.
The Fight for 7-OHM: Inside the Movement to Legitimize a Controversial New Plant Medicine
A new conversation (and controversy) is unfolding around 7-OHM in the world of plant medicine.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Is Ketamine Legal? A Global Guide to Ketamine's Official Status
See how ketamine is regulated from the U.S. to Asia, including FDA approval, off-label use,…
From Mental Health to Mental Wellness: A New Model for the Mind
A fresh well-being approach that prioritizes prevention over crisis treatment and broadens the concept of…
Czech Republic Decriminalizes Cannabis and Legalizes Medical Psilocybin
Magic mushrooms’ active compound will follow the same rules as medical cannabis.
Shaping The Future: Trends and Takeaways in Psychedelic Science
Industry and research evolve with new perspectives on wellness, relationships, and community care.
Psilocybin for Depression: Compass Pathways Shares Phase 3 Results
Landmark study suggest a promising future for psychedelic-assisted mental health care.
Functional Mushrooms: What Are They and How They Support Health
Discover how fungi like lion’s mane, reishi, and cordyceps can enhance focus and stress resilience.
What Is MDMA? A Psychedelic Empathogen with a Clinical Future
History, safety, and legality of MDMA — a compound now studied as a trauma and…
How Does THC Work? Understanding Its Effects and Uses
What to know before using THC, key cannabis compound for mental health and wellness.*
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Grischa Judanin
What Is CBD? A Complete Guide to Full Spectrum CBD, CBD Oil and More
The science behind CBD — popular cannabis-derived compound, types of extracts and products.
Ketamine for Mental Health: A Deep Look into Science-Based Treatment
Once an anesthetic, ketamine is now approved for treating resistant depression. How did it happen?
What is Ketamine? Medical Origins, Safety, and Its Use in Mental Health
What to know before trying ketamine therapy for depression, anxiety, or other mental conditions.
What Is Psilocybin? The Psychedelic Compound Changing Mental Health
A comprehensive and informative guide to psilocybin, its uses, benefits, and more.
Microdosing Psychedelics: The Hype, Hope, and Healing
From focus to trauma healing — why many are turning to tiny doses for big…
